MGM says it did nothing wrong as 'fraudster' gambled online

Gambling giant MGM Resorts International says it did nothing wrong in its dealings with a New York City man who accuses it of preying on his gambling addiction with repeated cash bonuses intended to keep him gambling.

As legal gambling surges, some states want to teach teens about the risks

Warnings about the potential dangers of gambling could soon join education about drugs and alcohol in the nation's classrooms. The classes would educate students about its risks, warning signs of a problem, and consequences.

Americans bet $220B on sports in 5 years since legalization

The industry shows few signs of slowing despite some recent scandals that have put a spotlight on wagering safeguards.

Iconic white horse statue stolen from pedestal along New Jersey highway

A group of New Jersey teens looking to stirrup trouble tore down an iconic horse statue that proudly stood along a local highway for more than 60 years. 

New Jersey acts to help problem gamblers, sets ad standards

New Jersey is changing its gambling regulations to set advertising standards, making it easier for people with gambling problems to exclude themselves from casinos and marketing from gambling houses, and creating a position to monitor how well the state’s problem gambling outreach efforts are working.

Atlantic City's first adult-use marijuana dispensary opens on 4/20

A first-of-its-kind recreational marijuana dispensary in one of New Jersey's most popular shore towns will open its doors on the most fitting day of the year. 

Post-COVID woe: Atlantic City casino earns fell 4.6% in '22

Three years after the coronavirus pandemic erupted, Atlantic City's casinos are collectively struggling to get back to where they were before COVID-19 in terms of profitability.

Reports of black panther roaming New Jersey town unfounded, police say

Police say reports of a black panther wandering a New Jersey town are so far unsubstantiated after they responded to a call and instead found a large black dog.